6.4 HEMI Throttle Body Upgrade Guide
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6.4 HEMI Throttle Body Upgrade Guide

In 2007, Stellantis (formerly Chrysler) first released the 6.4 HEMI V8 (also known as the 392 HEMI) to much fanfare and acclaim. Depending on the model, the naturally aspirated engine makes 360–485 horsepower and 430–475 lb-ft of torque. Dodge/Chyrlser has most prominently featured the engine inside the SRT-8 and SRT 392 300c, Challenger, and Charger…

5 Best 3.6 Pentastar Performance Upgrades
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5 Best 3.6 Pentastar Performance Upgrades

First released in 2011, the Chrysler 3.6 Pentastar V6 engine has found a home over the last decade in some of the top Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep vehicles on the market. Most notably, the 3.6 Pentastar powers the Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger/Challenger/Durango/Ram 1500, and Jeep Grand Cherokee/Gladiator/Wrangler. Depending on the vehicle, the Pentastar produces between…

3.6 Pentastar Supercharger Guide
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3.6 Pentastar Supercharger Guide

The 3.6 Pentastar V6 engine has been in production since 2011, and it is one of the most popular engines for vehicles in the Chrysler (Stellantis) lineup. In addition to others, it powers the Chrysler 300, the Dodge Charger/Challenger SE/SXT/GT and Ram 1500, and the Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator. In the Chargers and Challengers, it…

Chrysler 3.2 and 3.6 Pentastar Oil Filter Housing Problem Guide
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Chrysler 3.2 and 3.6 Pentastar Oil Filter Housing Problem Guide

One of the most glaring issues on the 3.2 and 3.6 Chrysler Pentastar V6 engine is the oil filter housing. Since its debut in 2011, countless drivers have complained about it being prone to cracking and leaking, which can lead to catastrophic engine failure. The issue is linked to the weak plastic material that Chrysler…

6.1 HEMI Intake Manifold Upgrade Guide
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6.1 HEMI Intake Manifold Upgrade Guide

Recently, we looked at the 6.1 HEMI engine that lasted from 2005–2010 inside various SRT8 badged vehicles. Depending on the model, they make between 420–425 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque. Still, some people consider them to be underpowered from the factory, especially considering their massive 6.1 liters of displacement. Previously, we talked about upgrading…

6.1 HEMI Supercharger Guide
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6.1 HEMI Supercharger Guide

Inside the SRT8 powered Chrysler 300C; Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Magnum; and Jeep Grand Cherokee, the 6.1 HEMI is a fantastic engine. From the factory, it puts out 420–425 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque, making for an exhilarating and very fast ride. Still, with 370 cid of displacement, for some the performance is still…

Ultimate 6.1 HEMI Engine Guide
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Ultimate 6.1 HEMI Engine Guide

Even though it was only available for barely 6 years of production, the Chrysler/Dodge 6.1 HEMI engine is still very memorable. Introduced for 2005 and discontinued in 2010, the short-lived 6.1 HEMI powered various Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep vehicles with the SRT-8 badging. It was a slightly larger and more powerful version of the 5.7…

5.7L HEMI Lifter Issues – Causes & Solutions
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5.7L HEMI Lifter Issues – Causes & Solutions

 The Gen III HEMI has been a beloved engine series since its release in 2003. Obviously, the HEMI has an extensive history that extends much further into the past than that. The HEMI is a trademark Chrysler design, and they have been producing them since the end of World War II. In fundamental terms, HEMIs…

Chrysler 3.6L Pentastar Overheating – Causes & Solutions
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Chrysler 3.6L Pentastar Overheating – Causes & Solutions

When you think of fantastic engines and the companies that make them, chances are that Chrysler might not make the list. With that being said, Chrysler does have a few solid powerhouses under their belt, and the 3.6L Pentastar V6 is one of them. Since the 3.6L V6 first arrived on the scene in 2010,…

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6.4 HEMI Ultimate Engine Guide

For many enthusiasts, the Chrysler/Dodge 6.4 HEMI V8 engine is one of the top engines in the SRT lineup today. Depending on the model, it produces nearly 500 horsepower and lb-ft of torque from the factory, and boasts outstanding towing capacity. Starting in 2007, Chrysler made it available as a crate engine, and in 2012…

Chrysler 3.6 Pentastar Engine Guide
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Chrysler 3.6 Pentastar Engine Guide

First released for the 2011 model year, FCA Stellantis’ 3.6 Pentastar engine has been one of their most solid offerings for the last decade. The V6 engine can produce north of 300 horsepower, while still delivering decent fuel economy and solid reliability. FCA Stellantis has put the engine inside numerous Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep vehicles,…